Sri Lanka Tourism participates at the EWPC 2024: Elevating Global Wedding Experiences
The Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau jointly collaborated with the Sri Lanka Convention Bureau recently, participating in the prestigious Exotic Wedding Planners Conference (EWPC) 2024, alongside key industry participants. This marked the first-ever presence of Sri Lanka at this renowned event, showcasing the country’s potential as a premier destination for weddings and events.
The EWPC series is renowned for promoting networking, education, and business opportunities within the global wedding planning industry. The 2024 conference drew in a diverse array of stakeholders, including leading wedding planners specializing in destination weddings, event planners, and suppliers. This year’s event focused on exploring new trends, developments, and innovations that enhance the scope and experience of weddings and events worldwide.
A highlight of the conference was the captivating presentation by Thisum Jayasuriya - Chairman Sri Lanka Convention Bureau , which captured the attention of approximately 400 participants from around the globe. During the business-to-business (B2B) sessions, the Sri Lanka counter attracted numerous wedding planners eager to learn more about hosting destination weddings in the picturesque island nation.
As part of its commitment to nurturing these promising connections, Sri Lanka Tourism is planning a Familiarization Tour for potential wedding planners met during the conference. This initiative aims to showcase the diverse facilities and offerings that Sri Lanka can provide for memorable destination weddings.
HNB FINANCE expands reach to rural communities through partnership with Co-operative Thrift and Credit Union
Leading integrated financial services provider, HNB FINANCE PLC, announced a momentous collaboration with the Co-operative Thrift and Credit Union (Sanasa). This Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) paves the way for extending HNB FINANCE’s innovative financial solutions to the underserved rural population across the country.
Through this initiative, residents of remote villages who previously lacked access to conventional or advanced financial services will now have the opportunity to fulfill their financial needs conveniently.
The MoU signifies a commitment to financial inclusion, ensuring that even those in geographically distant locations can benefit from a wider range of financial products and services. The signing ceremony witnessed the presence of esteemed representatives from both parties. HNB FINANCE was represented by Managing Director/CEO Chaminda Prabhath, Deputy CEO Madhuranga Heenkenda and other officials, while the Co-operative Thrift and Credit Union delegation comprised the headquarters inspectors of the union, led by Ruwan Amaradeva, Deputy Commissioner of Cooperative Development of Colombo and Kalutara District.
SriLankan Airlines Powers BikingMan Ultracycling World Championship
SriLankan Airlines powered the seventh season finale of the BikingMan Ultracycling World Championship, which recently culminated in an exhilarating race through Sri Lanka's scenic landscapes and showcased the island’s allure for adventure sports and tourism. The world’s first ultracycling championship, BikingMan offers athletes the ultimate endurance challenge on legendary international courses with extraordinary topographical and climatic conditions.
The itinerary of BikingMan Ultracycling World Championship was meticulously crafted to showcase iconic Sri Lankan tourist hotspots, and captivate athletes and adventure enthusiasts.